by Beth Vazquez If you’re a foster parent, you may feel unsure whether it’s your role to talk with teens in your care about sexual […]
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Dental and Oral Health for Young People in Foster Care
The health of your mouth, teeth, and gums is linked to your general health and well-being at every stage of life. “A healthy mouth enables […]
Read moreMedical Consent for Children in DSS Custody
by Sara DePasquale All children in the custody of a county child welfare agency (typically called a department of social services, or DSS) need medical […]
Read moreConquering Food-Related Fears and Behaviors
by Bob DeMarco Oprah Winfrey once had actor Sidney Poitier on her show as a guest. She asked him about his difficult early life and […]
Read moreManaging Type 1 Diabetes in Foster Care
by Katie Souris Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is an autoimmune condition in which the body eventually produces no insulin. This serious condition is fatal if […]
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